Climate Change – 2017

Overview

The US Government Accountability Office was asked to review the potential economic effects of climate change and risks to the federal government. This report examines:

  • methods used to estimate the potential economic effects of climate change in the United States
  • what is known about these effects
  • the extent to which information about these effects could inform efforts to manage climate risks across the federal government.

This report lends insights into risk management related to climate change, natural disasters, economic impact and more.